"Sliding glass-and-steel doors echo the windows and close off the study area. An Aeron chair stands at each workstation." Photo by Pieter Estersohn. Interior design by Sally Markham. House Beautiful (December Oh my god I love this so much.

Most often referred to as a dining nook, banquettes puts an entirely new spin on dining spaces. The offer an affordable - if done DIY - alternative to the traditional dining table and chairs, and take up far less floor space.